MDU RESOURCES GROUP INC

This Form 10-K contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Other than statements of historical facts, all statements which address activities, events or developments that the Company anticipates will or may occur in the future are based on underlying assumptions (many of which are based, in turn, upon further assumptions), including, but not limited to, statements identified by the words "anticipates," "estimates," "expects," "intends," "plans," and "predicts," in each case related to such things as growth estimates, stockholder value creation, the Company's "CORE" strategy, capital expenditures, financial guidance, trends, objectives, goals, strategies, earnings per share growth targets, dividend payout ratio targets, customer rates, regulatory approvals, sustainability, and other such matters, each of which is a forward-looking statement. These forward-looking statements are based on many assumptions and factors, which are detailed in the Company's filings with the SEC.

While made in good faith, these forward-looking statements are based largely on the Company's expectations and judgments and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are unforeseeable and beyond the Company's control. For additional discussion regarding risks and uncertainties that may affect forward-looking statements, see Item 1A - Risk Factors. Any changes in such assumptions or factors could produce significantly different results. Undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date they are made. Except as required by applicable law, the Company undertakes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.